Recently, E-Dan revisited a once-viral video that sparked conversations online. The video, originally shared by TikTok user @Auntieene, laid out five reasons why, according to her, it’s difficult to “blow” or become successful in Akwanga, Nasarawa State.
In the video, Auntieene passionately explained what she disliked about her hometown and why thriving there felt nearly impossible. Here’s a breakdown of her points:
1. The Old Roundabout
She first called out the old roundabout in Akwanga, describing it as looking like “an abandoned project” something she found embarrassing both for locals and visitors.
Though , the roundabout has since been reconstructed into a flyover, a major improvement for the town’s image.
2. Limited Success Opportunities
Her second reason hit harder: lack of economic opportunities.
“You can’t blow up in Akwanga,” she said, emphasizing that businesses struggle to thrive. She shared a personal example: her cousin, a fashion designer, found it almost impossible to charge fair rates compared to places like Abuja.
“People in Abuja charge 20–25k for a blouse and skirt, but in Akwanga, you can’t charge that much. It’s so limiting,” she explained.
To her, the chances of succeeding in Akwanga are “very tiny, very small.”
3. Everybody Knows Everybody
Next, she talked about the close knit nature of the community, where everyone knows everyone and sometimes a little too well.
“You can be minding your business, and someone you don’t even know says hi, acting like they know everything about you,” she said.
While she admitted this isn’t all bad, it fuels constant gossip.
“Your tea is in everyone’s cup,” she added. “You can’t do anyhow, because people will blow it up and cause a wildfire.”
4. The “Oga Syndrome”
Auntieene also criticized what she called the “Oga Syndrome” — where many youths devote themselves entirely to serving mentors or influential figures, treating it like a full-time job without personal growth.
She stressed that while mentorship is important, it shouldn’t mean abandoning one’s own dreams or talents.
“Youth in Akwanga are agile and competent,” she said, “but they get too comfortable serving and collecting handouts instead of building themselves.
5. Church Crowd Culture
Finally, she pointed out a unique cultural behavior: why are more people hanging outside churches than inside?
“If you’re not part of the organizing team or helping with the service, why are you outside?” she asked.
She found it strange that she would often greet more people outside the church than inside, questioning the seriousness of the gatherings.
Final Thoughts
Auntieene concluded her video by posing a vital question:
“Why does it seem like there’s more happening outside than inside — both in church and in life in Akwanga ?
Her reasons was accepted by lots of viewers as seen in her comments section.
@Ezra Albert infantry:what weaks me the most this that there’s no rich business man in the whole of akwanga on the igbos and the hausa’s i don’t know why
@user9128928212142:hmmmm my dear doing fashion desig in Akwanga is a hell honestly i feel frustrated most times
@RINO|digitalwealth:The round about is giving shrine , like welcome to the world of diabolic activities
Now the big question is; Is it true that Akwanga is really limiting people? And if it so , what is the way forward ?
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